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LK05 AOV

2005 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Blue Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,788 mi
Last recorded52,788 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZZ-R120021,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 AOV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 52,788 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 52,788 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 50,941 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 50,163 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 45,628 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2014 41,301 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 41,301 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 37,347 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 37,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 32,961 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 27,698 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 27,601 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

speedo cable is routed incorrect

Pass 26 Feb 2009 23,274 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 17,399 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 17,399 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1200?

Based on 4,542 MOT tests across 322 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,169
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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LK05 AOV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Blue with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 21,782 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK05 AOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LK05 AOV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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